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Welcome to the world's leading forum on Multiple Sclerosis research, support, and knowledge. For over 10 years, This is MS has provided an unbiased community dedicated to Multiple Sclerosis patients, caregivers, and affected loved ones.

Welcome to the world's leading forum on Multiple Sclerosis research, support, and knowledge. For over 10 years, This is MS has provided an unbiased community dedicated to Multiple Sclerosis patients, caregivers, and affected loved ones.

WHY ISN'T ANYONE TALKING ABOUT THIS AND IT'S SIGNIFICANCE TO CCSVI??New research destroys the auto-immune model of Multiple Sclerosis

The Journal of Experimental Medicine said it best in their recent tweet:“Decades of medical theory which considered the brain as different from other organs of the body and without a lymphatic drainage system were, well...... simply not correct.”

The presence of a lymphatic vascular system:The University of Helsinki has independently published a ...

My GP has ordered a brain MRI. Could someone please help me understand what I need. This is for my first visit with a neuro and I have never had one before.

Should it have contrast? Are there different levels of MRI and should I ask for something specific. I have the Dr order from my GP but have not made the appointment. Before I do I want to order the correct thing.

People living with multiple sclerosis have the dice loaded against them when it comes to their decision-making ability as their condition progresses, according to a new study from the University of Alberta's Faculty of Medicine & Dentistry.... Read More - http://www.ms-uk.org/cognition

Recent attention to the role of mitochondria in the cause of multiple sclerosis suggests mitochondrial defects and mitochondrial structural and functional changes may contribute to the condition. Researchers studying mitochondria in multiple sclerosis believe abnormalities in mitochondrial dynamics impact cellular pathways such as inflammation and demyelination, ultimately impacting patients with multiple sclerosis..... Read more - http://www.ms-uk.org/msetiology

Hi All, I've just registered and want to share my story and concerns.I'm 38 old female married with 3 kids...I have been active working in the development field in the developing countries.Feb 2015 i got my first attack and in the hospital they told me probably you have MS, i've visited more than 5 doctors to confirm and yes my MRI showed that i'm in a bad shape...lesions are everywhere!! still my symptoms ...

I original posted a post "Am I paranoid? or juming to conclusions on MS" lyndacarol sent me a personal e-mail discussing B12. After 2 and half years of frustration, I talked to my Dr about B12, something we had never discussed. He gave me a shot and I have been feeling great! I know it is still early in the game to know the whole effects of this shot, but all I can say is ...

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